Glenn Burns
Purchasing Specialist at Universal Health Services
- Role
- Purchasing Specialist at UHS
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Glenn Burns
Creative and resourceful supply chain professional driven by results and continuous improvement.I’m passionate about understanding and optimizing complex systems, uncovering innovative solutions, and delivering outcomes that exceed expectations and create lasting value.
Experience
Purchasing Specialist
Nov 2023 — Present · King of Prussia, PA, US
Manage end-to-end procurement of medical supplies, equipment, and services for acute care hospitals and behavioral health facilities within UHS network• Execute purchase orders orders;$46M+ spend in 2024), leveraging ERP systems and supplier networks, with authorization to conduct purchases up to $100K per order• Document procurement activities such as order confirmations, tracking, cancellations, and backorders, preventing supply chain disruptions while providing timely updates to facility teams• Develop and maintain vendor relationships enhancing communication and procurement processes• Resolve pricing, invoicing, and contract discrepancies working cross-functionally with vendors, accounting and contracting teams, ensuring contract compliance and accurate payments• Monitor daily reports, rectifying open and unconfirmed orders, promoting urgent resolution and order fulfillment
Education
Penn State University
Bachelor's degree
2019 — 2023
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